Weekly Read

Welcome to Typhoon Club’s Weekly Read. Articles are uploaded every Friday and remain available for two weeks before being replaced. Each article includes a discussion question and a Vocabulary Box. A YouTube link complementing the article's content is included when possible.

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Week of 01/23

Dr. Martin Luther King Jnr.

On 4th April 1968, human rights activist Dr Martin Luther King Junior was shot dead by James Earl Ray in Memphis Tennessee. Let’s find out some more. Who Was He?…

The British Pier

Dotting the coastlines of the United Kingdom are the structures known as piers. These architectural marvels have long been a feature of the British seaside experience, serving as gateways to…

The Origins of Star Signs

Star signs, also known as zodiac signs, have a fascinating history that dates back thousands of years. The concept of star signs is rooted in astrology, which is the study…

Week of 01/16

The Avocado Scandal

There is nothing more delicious than a ripe avocado. Its pale skin and wonderful creamy texture adds a whole new dimension to a salad. It’s great with crab, prawns or…

Happy Birthday – And See You In Court

Alex Nash is five years old. Like any other youngster, he was very excited to be invited to his friend’s sixth birthday party. His friend’s mum had arranged for the…

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a significant site dedicated to remembering the victims of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima on 6th August 1945. This tragic event marked a…